Saturday's slate of college football Week 12 games delivers ample opportunity to cash in on touchdown scorer props. Let's dive into our first TD scorer and anytime TD scorer best bets for the day's action.
We're targeting familiar names to reach paydirt while also seeking betting value to maximize our wagers. Some of the best playmakers in the country have surprisingly good anytime scorer odds.
Check out our favorite TD scorer props and picks for CFB Week 12.
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Ohio State's Marvin Harrison Jr. first TD scorer prop odds vs. Minnesota
- Marvin Harrison Jr. first TD scorer odds +280 at FanDuel
Harrison's anytime scorer prop () doesn't give much value for bettors, so we'll get creative. The first TD scorer is a riskier proposition, but Minnesota's 67th-ranked passing defense is especially vulnerable to the Heisman candidate. Harrison has 12 touchdowns on the year, including six in his last three weeks.
The Golden Gophers have allowed 18 passing touchdowns on the season, trailing Temple and New Mexico (22) for the most in the country. Harrison's anytime odds of aren't worth taking at that return, so we're going with the more aggressive play.
Florida's Trevor Etienne touchdown scorer prop odds vs. Missouri
- Trevor Etienne anytime TD scorer odds
Oddsmakers seemed to have misjudged the anytime scorer prop for Trevor Etienne. The Florida Gators tailback is coming off two of his finest performances of the season, totaling 123 yards against Arkansas and 104 yards against LSU. He scored four times over the last two weeks.
Etienne isn't a high-volume option since he's a platoon player, but Florida has given him more opportunities in recent weeks. Missouri has the 20th-ranked rush defense, only giving up five rushing scores. Expect Florida to rely on its strength to overcome the Tigers' strength.
Jamari Thrash anytime touchdown scorer prop vs. Miami (FL)
- Jamari Thrash anytime TD scorer odds
Considering the athletes across Miami's defense, you'd expect the unit the be more effective than they are against the pass. Ranked 66th in passing defense, including 12 touchdowns, the secondary is vulnerable against quality receivers. This week, they face a future NFL draft pick in Jamari Thrash.
The speedy Thrash has six scores on the year and averages 15 yards a catch. He was even better in 2022 at Georgia Tech, averaging 18.4 yards with seven touchdowns. This is the first time in his career playing Miami, and I expect the Hurricanes to struggle with Thrash's downfield prowess.
Devontez Walker first touchdown scorer prop vs. Clemson
- Devontez Walker first TD scorer odds +1200 at FanDuel
Since being granted his eligibility midway through the season, Devontez Walker has been exactly what North Carolina had hoped. The 6-foot-3, 175-pounder is a terrific vertical threat, offering Drake Maye an elite pass-catcher along the sideline. He's racked up 600 yards and six touchdowns in six games.
Clemson has star cornerback Nate Wiggins to throw at Walker. Wiggins held his own against Keon Coleman, but there were opportunities for Coleman to produce with better throws. Maye is better than FSU QB Jordan Travis, and he'll give Walker opportunities to leap over Wiggins in the red zone.
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